During the election, Prime Minister Harper ended some of his speeches with the words 'God bless Canada.' Indeed, the prophet Isaiah says that God blesses you when you 'share your bread with the hungry and bring the homeless poor into your house' (Isaiah 58.7). We urge the Prime Minister to spend tax dollars now in a way that will bring the homeless poor into their own house, and allow them the dignity of sharing their bread with others.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Religious texts suggest sharing resources with the poor, urging leaders to act.
- In plain terms
- The bible says share with the poor so leaders should use tax money for that.
- What can you take from it?
- Faith calls for sharing resources.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How should faith guide public policy?
Another view
Some leaders prioritize other uses for tax funds.
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